Union Pacific Corporation (UNP)
Return on assets (ROA)
| Dec 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net income | US$ in thousands | 6,747,000 | 6,379,000 | 6,998,000 | 6,523,000 | 5,349,000 |
| Total assets | US$ in thousands | 67,715,000 | 67,132,000 | 65,449,000 | 63,525,000 | 62,398,000 |
| ROA | 9.96% | 9.50% | 10.69% | 10.27% | 8.57% |
December 31, 2024 calculation
ROA = Net income ÷ Total assets
= $6,747,000K ÷ $67,715,000K
= 9.96%
The return on assets (ROA) of Union Pacific Corporation has shown a positive trend over the years, increasing from 8.57% on December 31, 2020, to 10.27% on December 31, 2021, and further to 10.69% on December 31, 2022. However, there was a slight decrease to 9.50% on December 31, 2023, followed by a slight improvement to 9.96% on December 31, 2024.
This indicates that the company is generating a higher percentage of net income relative to its total assets, which is a positive sign of efficiency and profitability. The fluctuation in ROA suggests potential changes in the company's asset management or profitability levels during the period under review. Overall, Union Pacific Corporation has managed to maintain a healthy ROA ratio, indicating effective utilization of its assets to generate profits.
Peer comparison
Dec 31, 2024